Introduction
Video games are, without a doubt, a huge part of today’s pop culture and lifestyle. One of today’s biggest games that is played all over the world is Defense of the Ancients, or more commonly known as DotA. It is a custom scenario developed by Eul for the real-time strategy game Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos as well as the expansion Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne. The goal of the game is for each of the teams to destroy their enemies’ Ancients, which are well-guarded structures positioned at both ends of the maps. The players of DotA use powerful “heroes” and are accompanied by AI-operated soldiers, known as creeps. Like most role-playing games, the players use gold to buy various weapons and equipment and need to kill opponents in order to level up.
DotA Dog Names in Pop Culture
When playing Defense of the Ancients, the most important element of the game is definitely the heroes. Each of these heroes has a distinct skill set and capacities that can help propel your team to a win. One of the hundreds of heroes in DotA is Magnus. Also known as the Magnoceros, this creature is a monstrous strength hero with the ability to take on multiple heroes all at once. When used in a team setting, Magnus is an absolute wrecking ball that can cause a lot of damage.
Magnus is also the name of the English Bulldog owned by Hollywood celebrity Dylan Sprouse, one half of the Sprouse twins who rose to fame in the Disney show The Suite Life of Zack and Cody. Growing up as a child star, it is no surprise that Dylan Sprouse has been famous for most of his life. As an adult, he has also starred in numerous other films, including That High and Lonesome Sound, Dismissed, and Carte Blanche.
Like most celebrities of his caliber, Dylan Sprouse also has a significant following on social media. That is why when he first posted a photo of an adorable English Bulldog pup, most of his fans and followers were curious to know more about the cute four-legged creature. The pooch, named Magnus, is Dylan’s best friend who is often featured in his personal accounts. Aside from that, the dog has his own Instagram account that is filled with delightful photos coupled with funny captions. According to Dylan, his dog “demanded” his own account and that he could not help but to oblige. To date, Magnus has over 120,000 followers on his account, which makes him an Internet star and nearly as popular as his furdaddy.
Dylan and Magnus's relationship is just as solid as any other bond between owner and dog. Dylan’s love for his furbaby is also evident in his posts. In fact, when Magnus turned one, Dylan threw a huge doggy birthday bash to commemorate the occasion. The celebration was filled with a lot of eating, playing, snuggling and sleeping, which sounds like the perfect birthday for any dog.
Another canine with a DotA-related name is the slain K9 officer named Axe. A part of the St. Clair Shores Police Department, Axe was killed on November 4, 2018 in the line of duty. After officers responded to a 911 call about a man who is carrying a gun outside the hall of a banquet where a baby shower was being held. When the officers arrived at the scene of the crime, they found the man in question, who attempted to flee. Axe pursued the suspect but was shot. His handler, Officer Tom Price, rushed Axe to the veterinary hospital but was too late. The community has come together and held a memorial for Axe, whose bravery potentially saved the lives of those present in the banquet.
DotA Dog Name Considerations
Taking on the serious responsibility of being a dog owner comes with many perks, and choosing your dog’s name is one of them. However, naming your dog can be a drag when you have no idea where to start. While you can always go for the classic and common dog names (Fido, Buddy, Spot) and move on with your life, most dog owners like to give a lot of thought into their choices.
Oftentimes, furparents like to brainstorm for ideas with the help of pop culture references. A unique source of inspiration for dog names are video games. An example of a remarkable game composed of elaborate characters is Defence of the Ancients. The game DotA is composed of 115 powerful creatures, known as “heroes”, which the players use in battle.
If you would like to give your dog a DotA-inspired name, you can choose a name from any of the heroes. Generally, it all boils down to your favorite hero. DotA players typically already have a hero that they frequently use or are well-versed in. Are you a fan of the lightning-wielding Zeus? Or are you more of an Enchantress user? Ultimately, the best way to pick a DotA is personal preference. However, you should also consider if the name of the hero is suitable for your pooch. For instance, the name “Ancient Apparition” is a mouthful and not a practical dog name choice.
Male DotA Dog Names
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Magnus
A “magnoceros” known for leading his people against his enemies
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Axe
The Red Mist General
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Karroch
A beastmaster who has mastered the art of throwing wild axes
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Banehallow
A part man, part-wolf who is the only surviving heir to the house of Ambry
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Pudge
A butcher
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Gondar
A bounty hounter who will deliver any head for the right price
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Sun
After Sun Wukong, the monkey king
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Slark
A nightcrawler and the only one to ever escape the Dark Reef
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Jah'rakal
An intolerable troll warlord
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Chen
A devoted and zealous knight
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Ezalor
The keeper of the light
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Lion
Warrior who seeks revenge on his demon partner who betrayed him
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Rubick
A skilled duelist among sorcerers
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Rhasta
A young half-troll with impressive magic skills
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Nortrom
A prophesied war-mage known as the “Silencer”
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Ish'Kafel
A cunning tactician known as the “Dark Seer”
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Zeus
The Lord of Heaven
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Visage
A frightful gargoyle tasked to hunt down those who escape the afterlife
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Aggron
After Aggron Stonebreak, a two-headed ogre
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Lesale
An herbalist who injected himself with an antidote that turned him into a poisonous creature
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Ulfsaar
The fiercest member of the ursine tribe
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Kardel
After Kardel Sharpeye, a skilled sniper
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Riki
A stealthy warrior known for killing from behind
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Vorn
A humble fisherman who became an efficient spearman
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Morphling
A creature who can shift into whatever he needs
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Meepo
A scavenger who can complete multiple tasks at a time
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Yurnero
A skilled swordsman known as the “Juggernaut”
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Ymir
A champion brawler
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Vrogros
A demonic hulk known as the “Underlord”
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Crixalis
The ambassador and guardian of the Scintillant Waste
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Female DotA Dog Names
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Io
A wisp of light that flits to and fro the battlefield
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Tresdin
A wisp of light that flits to and from the battlefield
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Phoenix
A cosmic progeny with flames emanating from its terrestrial form
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Arachnia
The Broodmother who is determined to rid the world of intruders
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Traxex
A beautiful ranger who dwells in the forest
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Luna
A goddess known as the “Moon Rider”
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Medusa
The youngest Gorgon who traded her beauty for new powers
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Mirana
The guardian of the Nightsilver Woods and Princess of the Moon
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Slithice
Former commander of the Slithereen Guard
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Nyx
A queen goddess and assassin who devours her prey’s minds
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Mortred
The Phantom Assassin raised by the Sisters of the Veil
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Mercurial
An eternal being consisting of violent energies
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Lanaya
Protector of the Hidden Temple in exchange for wisdom
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Shendelzare
The fallen princess who was robbed of her rightful place in the Ghastly Eyrie
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Rylai
The crystal maiden
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Mireska
After Mireska Sunbreeze, a devious rebel known as the “Dark Willow”
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Krobelus
The death prophet who returns after she was robbed of her death
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Aiushtha
A kind-hearted and carefree enchantress who wanders the forest
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Lina
The sister of Rylai who has fire powers
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Puck
A tricky and elusive faerie dragon
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Akasha
The queen of pain
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Lyralei
A ranger who is one with the elemental wind
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Auroth
An Eldwurm scholar known as the “Winter Wyvern”
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Razzil
An alchemist in constant search for new materials to use for potions
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Tiny
A curious being known as the Stone Giant
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Zet
The Arc Warden
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Sylla
The Lone Druid known for profound wisdom
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Nevermore
A creature that collects souls
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Dazzle
A young acolyte of the Dezun order
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Enigma
A mysterious being of the void
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